by Ms Toi | Jun 17, 2012 | Do It Yourself Beauty, Healthy Beauty Hacks & Tips
Underarm hygiene is of the upmost importance during the hot, sweaty summer months. Underarm hygiene includes hair removal, skincare, and the prevention of odor. Shaving and using an antiperspirant are the common remedies for these issues. But if you are concerned with the appearance of your underarms; these remedies can be more of a problem to your underarm hygiene needs. (more…)
by Ms Toi | Jun 4, 2012 | Healthy Beauty Hacks & Tips
Soft, smooth, even-toned skin is the best accessory for your barely-there summer attire. But if your knees and elbows resemble leather patches; this is a beauty dilemma that can prevent you from dressing for the weather.
Improper hygiene and lack of grooming are the main causes for the skin on knees and elbows to become dark and coarse. Give your knees and elbows extra care by using these tips to keep them summer-ready. (more…)
by Ms Toi | May 28, 2012 | Beauty Nutrition, Healthy Beauty Hacks & Tips, Healthy Weight Loss Tips
There is a holy-grail to achieving a flawless complexion, a healthy body weight, and a youthful appearance. This holy-grail involves cleaning up your act through body detoxification. Eliminating excess toxins from the body is fundamental to maintaining impeccable beauty and optimal health. Detoxing is beneficial for anyone because it is impossible to avoid the adverse effects of toxins. (more…)
by Ms Toi | May 21, 2012 | Beauty Nutrition, Do It Yourself Beauty, Eyes on the World: Who’s making it Beautiful
Bria Murphy, model & daughter of Eddie Murphy
We all want to know the beauty secrets of our favorite celebrities. Whenever I interview celebrities or celebrity stylists, I always make it a point to ask them what their favorite beauty tip is. (more…)
by Ms Toi | May 12, 2012 | Eyes on the World: Who’s making it Beautiful, Healthy Weight Loss Tips
We work hard to take better care of our health than any previous generation. Nevertheless, the numbers of overweight and obese people have dramatically increased within our generation.
With over a third of American adults being obese, our nation is experiencing a major health crisis. How can we stop this epidemic? HBO tackles this question head on with a must-see documentary, “The Weight of the Nation”.
(more…)
by Ms Toi | May 6, 2012 | Beauty Nutrition, Healthy Beauty Hacks & Tips
Pore strips are quick-fix to get rid of blackheads, however, they are not the best-fix. Blackheads are the result of the bacteria in clogged pores reacting to oxygen (a process called oxygenation). While pore strips can be effective at removing blackheads, they can damage delicate facial skin. (more…)
by Ms Toi | Apr 29, 2012 | Healthy Beauty Hacks & Tips
Beauty products and beauty treatments can cost a pretty penny. Your wallet will suffer even more if you use natural and organic beauty products. However, with a little ingenuity you can cut your beauty expenses. Learn how to put some of the items in your kitchen on double-duty to create natural and effective must-haves for your beauty routine. (more…)
by Ms Toi | Apr 22, 2012 | Beauty Nutrition, Product Reviews
Proper sun protection is an essential part of our daily beauty regimen. But choose your sunscreen wisely. Most sunscreens on the market contain ingredients that can have adverse effects on your health. These ingredients can penetrate the skin barrier in relatively large amounts, and therefore, have side effects that are more than skin-deep. (more…)
by Ms Toi | Apr 16, 2012 | Do It Yourself Beauty, Healthy Beauty Hacks & Tips
Hand sanitizers have become the modern-day supplement to old-fashioned soap and water. They provide on-the-spot protection against germs and bacteria because of their high content of alcohol, which is the main active ingredient. But if you take a closer look at the other ingredients in your hand sanitizer, you might be suprised at what you find. (more…)
by Ms Toi | Apr 8, 2012 | Beauty Nutrition, Healthy Beauty Hacks & Tips, Healthy Weight Loss Tips
Dining out at a restaurant does not have to mean abandoning your healthy eating habits. Avoid post-meal guilt by following simple guidelines. Have your cake and eat it too with these healthy tips for dining out. (more…)